How EcoVG Is Redefining the Venture Community
There’s a word that gets thrown around a lot in investor circles: network.
Your network. Expand your network. Leverage your network. It’s become so..
Ecosystem Venture Group Announces Its First-Ever Investment Summit in Newport Beach, California
Ecosystem Venture Group has announced its first-ever EcoVG SoCal Investment Summit at the Balboa Bay Resort & Club, Newport Beach, California, on April 16, 2026.
Metrics, Momentum, and Maturity: The Series A Readiness Framework
The seed stage is about belief. Series A is about proof. And between the two lies the most fragile phase of a startup’s journey: the Seed-to-Series A gap.
The Hard Truth About Raising a Climate Seed Round
Raising a seed round as a climate startup is no longer about selling a big idea wrapped in a good mission. That era is over.
IPO 101: The Process Explained & What It Really Takes to Go Public
An IPO is often framed as the ultimate validation moment for a company. Headlines focus on valuation, first-day trading pops, and bell-ringing ceremonies.
Championing Innovation and Policy: Brianna McDonald’s Vision as a New ACA Board Member
July 2025 was a significant month for us at Ecosystem Venture Group, as our CEO, Brianna McDonald, officially joined the Board of the Angel Capital Association (ACA), the leading voice of angel investors in the United States.
The Series B Bottleneck: Why Mid-Stage Fundraising Is Harder Than It Looks
Imagine building product-market fit, signing early customers, and landing an enthusiastic Series A. You breathe easier, until the checkbooks tighten and doors close. You’re not failing. You’re stuck.
Fundraising Without Burnout: A Founder’s Guide to Balancing Capital and Company-Building
Fundraising is supposed to be a victory lap, a proof that your idea is worth betting on. But for most U.S. founders, it feels more like a marathon you didn’t train for.
